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VN54 ODF

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,041 mi
Last recorded46,041 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 ODF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 46,041 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 45,363 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 42,954 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 42,242 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 39,850 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Split link fitted would recommend rivet link

Pass 15 Feb 2020 38,232 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 35,570 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 33,164 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 30,611 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 27,966 miles

Drive Chain Is Slightly Loose

Pass 31 Jan 2015 25,671 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,198 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 20,896 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2012 18,837 miles

Front brake lever travel moves slightly closer to bars than standard

Pass 15 Feb 2011 16,956 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 16,922 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 14,568 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 11,793 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 8,835 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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VN54 ODF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN54 ODF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN54 ODF registered?

VN54 ODF is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 December 2004.

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The MOT history for VN54 ODF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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